Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Windows on Rue de St. Dominique: Film Screening, Panel & Local Artist
2026-06-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor 2935 Birch Hollow Dr, Ann Arbor
Celebrating 25 Years of Jewish Cinema
In honor of the **Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival’s 25th Anniversary** , we are
proud to present a special showcase of **25 films** throughout the season. We
are excited to launch our new **Shorts Series Discussion Panels** , providing
a space for powerful storytelling followed by community conversation.
When & Where
* **Time:** 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM weekly
* **Location:** The JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
* **Format:** Screenings followed by moderated panels and light snacks.
Expert Panels
Each week features guest experts, including local professors, rabbis,
directors, artists, and filmmakers, offering unique insights into Jewish
history and identity.
Tickets & Sponsorship
* **General Admission:** $15 per session at check-in, or $72 for the series online in advance.
* **Sponsorship:** All films in this series are **included** with Festival Sponsorship.
* **To Support:** To become a sponsor, please reach out to **Marci Sturman** or visit the **JCC Front Desk**.
The Shorts Series Lineup
* **Oscar Nominees Night:** Featuring 2026 Academy Award® nominees **_Butcher’s Stain_** and **_Children No More_** , plus two bonus shorts: **_Frequency_** and **_Last Respects_**.
* **_Windows on Rue de St. Dominique_** : An artistic exploration featuring filmmaker **Simcha Shtull** (sister of our own **Dina Shtull**), alongside **Professor Karla Goldman** and local artist and community favorite **Ron Sussman**.
* **Food & Family:** A double feature of **_Babka_** and **_Double Happiness_**. Includes a recipe share and food competition! **_Please bring your favorite Babka or Jewish recipes and your best Babka for our Bubbe’s Best Babka competition!_**
* **_That’s How You Make a Torah_** : A deep dive into sacred craft with the film’s cinematographer and local Rabbinical leadership.
* **History & Heroism:** A poignant screening of **_Wallenberg_** and **_Ice Cream Man_** with a discussion led by an expert panel.
* **_The Niggun_** : An exploration of Yiddish culture, music, and spirituality with **Rabbi Chazan Pescador** and **Professor Julian Levinson**.
Organized by: JCC of Greater Ann Arbor
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Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Films: Babka & Double Happiness + Recipe Share & Food Competition
2026-06-09 14:00 - 15:00

Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - hat’s How You Make a Torah: Film & Expert Panel Q&A
2026-06-16 14:00 - 15:00

Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Wallenberg & Ice Cream Man: Short Films & Expert Discussion
2026-06-23 14:00 - 15:00

Fourth Friday LGBTQ+ Pride Kabbalat Shabbat + Parve Potluck
2026-06-26 18:30 - 21:00
Please join us for an evening of Pride! We will sing, pray, and hear readings
from the work of acclaimed Jewish lesbian poet Stephanie Glazier. Immediately
following services we will have a parve potluck.
JCC is a nut-free and vegetarian facility — please keep this in mind when
preparing your dish.
Organized by: Ann Arbor Reconstructionist Congregation
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/15998

Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival Shorts Series - Film: The Niggun + Discussion w/ Rabbi Chazan Pescador & Prof. Julian Levinson
2026-06-30 14:00 - 15:00
